La Samaritaine

shopping center in Paris
#68 in Paris / #482 in France
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by Jean-Pierre Dalbéra
/ CC BY 2.0

La Samaritaine is a historic department store in Paris, France, renowned for its Art Nouveau architecture and prime location near the Seine River. Founded in 1870 by Ernest Cognacq and Marie-Louise Jaÿ, it originally gained fame for its innovative retail strategies and extensive range of goods. After a significant renovation, La Samaritaine reopened in 2021, blending its rich heritage with modern luxury.


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